In Stalker 2, PDAs (Personal Digital Assistants) play a crucial role in your survival and exploration within the Exclusion Zone. These handheld devices provide useful information like the location of stashes, hidden items, and quest data. In a hostile and mysterious environment, PDAs become essential to collect important information and gain a tactical advantage.
While PDAs may contain important information and provide you with clues about hidden resources, they also occupy inventory space. This can be disadvantageous, particularly when your character’s carrying capacity is an important factor for your survival. This comprehensive guide explains more about managing PDAs and getting the most out of these crucial assets.
What to Do with PDAs
click to enlargePDAs in Stalker 2 provide key information such as stash locations, hidden items, and notes. Once you pick them up, they are instantly added to your in-game map or journal. This helps you explore highlighted areas and collect hidden items, boosting your supplies and gear.
Each PDA weighs about 0.2 kg, and while this may seem minimal, it can add up quickly. Carrying multiple PDAs, gear, and weapons can slow you down, affecting your movement and stamina regeneration. To prevent this, it’s crucial to manage your PDAs wisely. Here’s what you can do with any extra ones:
Sell PDAs for Coupons
Once you have obtained the information from a PDA, you can sell it to NPC vendors located all over the Zone. These devices can be exchanged for Coupons with vendors like Hamster or Huron. Selling your extra PDAs is a practical option because it frees up inventory space and gives Coupons.
However, remember that PDAs usually sell around 150 Coupons per piece at lower prices. While the earnings are low, selling several PDAs can help you stack enough funds to buy consumables or minor upgrades.
Store PDAs in Your Stash
If you wish for a more immersive experience in Stalker 2, you can store your PDAs in your stash. The stash has no weight limit; therefore, it is perfect for instantly storing items you do not need. Keeping PDAs within your stashes could be a great way to reflect on your journey especially when you are in the end-game. This option suits players who like role-playing features or do not want to give away their collectibles.
Quest-Related PDAs
PDAs connected to active quests have a brown tick and cannot be sold or discarded. These items are crucial for completing both main and side quests, so you can’t get rid of them until the quest is finished. Be sure to complete the associated tasks, and once done, you’re free to sell or store the PDA for later use.